It’s almost time to start doing your taxes.\u00a0 To ensure things go smoothly, there are some important steps you need to take before you file.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n
You can expect your W2s<\/a>, most 1099s and 1098 forms to arrive by January 31st<\/sup>.\u00a0 If you plan to itemize, start rounding up your receipts for medical and dental costs, property taxes, charitable contributions, and other eligible expenses.\u00a0 Store all your tax documents in one place so it\u2019s easy to find when you\u2019re ready to file.\u00a0 Keep a copy of your tax return and any supporting documents for at least 3 years in case you get audited.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n Millions of Americans move each year for various reasons. Usually, for a new job, to be closer to family or simply because they want a change of scenery. If you recently relocated, complete a change of address form with your employer, USPS<\/a>, and the IRS<\/a> to make sure your tax documents get to your new location.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n There are five filing statuses<\/a>: single, head of household, married filing joint, married filing separate and qualifying widow(er).\u00a0 Choosing the right one is important because it affects your filing requirements, tax rate, standard deduction amount and which tax credits and deductions you can claim.\u00a0 Generally, your marital status on December 31st<\/sup> determines your status for the year.\u00a0 However, there are some cases where you may have more than one choice.\u00a0 When you do your taxes with ezTaxReturn<\/a>, they\u2019ll help you choose the one that saves you the most money.\u00a0 So, you get the biggest possible refund.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n There are three ways to do your taxes: fill out a form 1040<\/a> by hand and mail it in, use tax software to file online or hire a tax preparer.\u00a0 If you just have a W2, doing your taxes yourself using a tax software program like ezTaxReturn<\/a> is your best option.\u00a0 You don\u2019t need to know anything about taxes because ezTaxReturn does all the hard work for you.\u00a0 They ask simple questions which you answer using the information from your tax documents.\u00a0 It\u2019s that easy.\u00a0 Most people can e-file their return in just 30 minutes.\u00a0 Best of all, qualifying taxpayers can file their federal return for FREE.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nComplete a change of address form if you moved recently<\/strong><\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n
Review your filing status<\/strong><\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n
Determine the best way to prepare your taxes<\/strong><\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n